Objective The goal of this thesis is to determine the feasibility of a regenerative braking system (RBS) on a school bus and to subsequently develop and test a prototype system. Motivation It is proposed that a regenerative braking system be utilized on a school bus to improve fuel efficiency and reduce exposure of children to diesel particulates. The primary benefit of a RBS is a decrease in t...

Abstract: A novel electric-hydraulic hybrid drivetrain incorporating a set of hydraulic systems is proposed for application in a pure electric vehicle. Models of the electric and hydraulic components are constructed. Two control strategies, which are based on two separate rules, are developed; the maximum energy recovery rate strategy adheres to the rule of the maximization of the braking energ...